Another fantastic line up amazing artists are ready to showcase their unique art and handcrafted products at All Decked Out at Tigh Na Mara Resort. Remember to make reservations for meals, the resort is very busy during event.

Nov 17th 5pm to 9pm Evening of shopping, live music and cash bar for beverages.Nov 18th 10am to 5pm Nov 19th 10am to 3pm

Everyone's invited to the Darrel Hancock 5th Annual Christmas Sale - Nov. 10-12 & 17-19. We will have a wide selection of functional, stoneware, pottery in various sizes, shapes and colours. While you view the Gallery with your family and friends, take some time to enjoy the complimentary refreshments, watch the ongoing pottery demonstrations and enter to win a door prize. We ...more info

This popular session is back starting October 1st. Children must be accompanied by an adult, 19yrs+. Pond hockey is not available during this session. Oceanside Place Arena on Sundays, November 5, 12, 19 and 26 from 12:15-1:45 pm. Free admission and skate rentals.

Music on Sunday at The Old School House Arts Centre - The Trevor Giancola Trio (from Toronto)

Don't miss this West Coast opportunity to hear Toronto's rising star jazz guitarist extraordinaire who is becoming a staple of that city's thriving jazz and creative music scene."This jazz guitar trio is top-shelf single malt. They just play wonderfully."- Chris Spector, Midwest Record

It's the time of year when Parksville Volunteer Fire Department members will once again collect food and toys, door-to-door throughout Parksville and the areas served by the Parksville Fire Protection Area. The annual food and toy drive will take place this year on Saturday, November 18 and Sunday, November 19 from 9 am to 4 pm.

The week prior to the food drive, through the local newspapers, Quality Foods will provide paper bags for groceries. If residents are not able to be at home, they should leave the bag in a carport or by their door ...more info

Lifetree Cafe, a ?Conversation Cafe?, resumes in September with 2 programs each Monday at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm. Real Life stories on DVD and friendly conversations on a different topic every week, topics ranging from personal interests and learning, to community concerns. Free. See weekly topic at www.oursaviourlutheranchurch.ca. All welcome to each week?s ?cafe?.

The Tuesday bird walk on November 21, 2017 will be going to Columbia Beach in French Creek. Meet at the Parksville Community Park (at the parking lot in front of the Lions Club Playground) at 9:00 a.m. or at the parking area off Admiral Tryon Blvd. (turn onto Columbia Drive off highway 19a then turn right onto Admiral Tryon Blvd. Go about one hundred yards and turn left to the parking area) at about 9:15 a.m.

Bird walks from the Parksville Beach Community Park at 9 a.m. on Tuesdays going to different areas in and around the Parksville Qualicu...more info

“North Pole-apalooza” is back for its fourth year. Enter between Nov. 22 and Dec. 17 to win a Gotta Love Downtown gift basket, brimming with treats and surprises from the 31 participating businesses that have a decorated North Pole on their premises:

“North Pole-apalooza” is back for its fourth year. Enter between Nov. 22 and Dec. 17 to win a Gotta Love Downtown gift basket, brimming with treats and surprises from the 31 participating businesses that have a decorated North Pole on their premises:

Show the world your creative side with this hand-painted tote bag. No experience necessary. All supplies are provided. View painting project online. Thursday, November 23rd from 5:45 to 7:15 pm at Craig Street Commons. Cost is $35.

The Parksville Downtown Business Association (PDBA) will kick off The Season in the City with its third annual “Bright Friday” Christmas light-up 5:30 p.m. Nov. 24 at the east end of Morison Ave. Mayor Marc Lefebvre and PDBA President Melisa Beatty will flip the switch to illuminate the giant sequoia tree.

The public is invited to sing carols with the Craig Bay Choriste...more info

Qualicum Weavers and Spinners will be holding their annual sale, packed with unique, quality handcrafted clothing, household articles and hand spun yarns. There will be a silent auction of members hand work plus demonstrations of weaving and spinning.

It’s the year of Canada 150 celebration! This vast country has a wonderful variety of histories, landscapes and characteristics – and the Island Consort, directed by Bruce Farquharson, will celebrate what it is to be Canadian with a musical pastiche of songs by Canadian composers.

The program, “Sketches of Canada” will take us across the country with music from the outports of Newfoundland t...more info

“North Pole-apalooza” is back for its fourth year. Enter between Nov. 22 and Dec. 17 to win a Gotta Love Downtown gift basket, brimming with treats and surprises from the 31 participating businesses that have a decorated North Pole on their premises:

Winterfest Craft Fair celebrates Arts, Crafts, Music, Food, Fun and Prizes. Come join us on November 24-26 at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, to an event that will surpass any preconceptions you may have of a "craft fair". Qualicum Beaches Winterfest Craft Fair is truly a unique themed event.

Full of live entertainment, a Haggis Hunt for children, complementary beverages and treats, talented artisans and 1000?s of dollars in...more info

The Old School House Arts Centre and the Qualicum Beach Museum Society invite you to revisit the charming tradition of tea in the afternoon. Guests are invited to dress in black and white for a delightful champagne tea service with background piano music and a fashion show by Merlyn, The Vintage Clothing Lady featuring The Little Black Dress.

Qualicum Weavers and Spinners will be holding their annual sale, packed with unique, quality handcrafted clothing, household articles and hand spun yarns. There will be a silent auction of members hand work plus demonstrations of weaving and spinning.

Fifteen foggy years ago, Mark Hiscock and Chris Andrews were double booked at a local pub. Rather than cancel, they decided to play together, and so was born Shanneyganock. Joined by longtime bassist Bob Pike, and Billy Sutton on drums, the group has since charmed audiences with their stirring ballads, powerful shanties, and rib-rattling jigs and reels.

Shanneyganock's recordings have been featured on Home Brew compilations, Warner Records' Atlantic Standards compilation, and "Ed's Up" on OLN Network with Barenaked Ladies.

If you're looking for Vancouver's best new Motown/soul/funk/R&B band, you're found them. The nine members of Mud Funk are united in their love of inspiring music, good friends, and great times. Sharing this love through music is their mission. Driven by the passionate vocals and lyrics of lead singer Adriana Parejas, Mud Funk has a uniquely West Coast take on classic and contemporary funk and neo-sou...more info

“North Pole-apalooza” is back for its fourth year. Enter between Nov. 22 and Dec. 17 to win a Gotta Love Downtown gift basket, brimming with treats and surprises from the 31 participating businesses that have a decorated North Pole on their premises:

Welcome to the Qualicum Beach Farmers Market - a great way to start your Saturday morning. Whether you're visiting for the first time, or are a lifelong resident, a visit to Veteran's Way and Memorial is where you'll find the best in fresh fruits, vegetables and berries, plants and cut flowers, fresh baked goods, jams and jellies, fish, chicken and pork, as well as a wide range of local crafts....more info

Enjoy a parent and tot exploration and a Mother Goose circle time at Munchkinland, Family Place in Parksville. Join us for songs, stories and breakfast. Saturdays, October 14th to December 9th, except November 11th. 9:30 to 11:30 am. This is a free program suitable for families with children 6 years and younger.

Winterfest Craft Fair celebrates Arts, Crafts, Music, Food, Fun and Prizes. Come join us on November 24-26 at the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre, to an event that will surpass any preconceptions you may have of a "craft fair". Qualicum Beaches Winterfest Craft Fair is truly a unique themed event.

Full of live entertainment, a Haggis Hunt for children, complementary beverages and treats, talented artisans and 1000?s of dollars in...more info

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Every visitor to Parksville Qualicum Beach, in some way, talks about the connections they make here.

Technology allows you to stay connected 24/7, but time spent in Parksville Qualicum Beach will help you strengthen the connections that matter… with your family and friends, nature, our local culture, and with yourself.

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